Kent Eriksen

[TTBS]

Thanks adirik. That helps me picture what an Eriksen in my geometry would look like. I've never though about a Ti bike, always steel, but this Eriksen is speaking to me. Feedback on the ride would be very appreciated. Your other bikes are classy too. Cheers, TTBS.

[Erik B]

Last winter




as I picked it up.

[messyparrot]

Dang that is one killer looking bike you have there!!

I might sell a kidney for something like that.
You have it set up very nicely, nothing crazy but so very regal.

[gggross]

These Eriksens are outstanding. Subtle looking things.

[big shanty]

Dang, that is hot

[SpeedyChix]

Put up a pair of Eriksen mtbs over here:
http://www.velocipedesalon.com/forum...933#post150933

This CX frame is the one that got me hooked. Massive racing fun. It's not the easiest on the eye with the color mismatch but it works and rides great.

[messyparrot]

Ohhhh I likey your bike very much :):)

[rbaker2778]

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This is my Eriksen, prior to my Zipp 606 setup. I have also switched to a black saddle and tape.

[bozman]

his bikes are very sweet. definitely on the short list if/when I sell the Strong.

[weatherman]

Please forgive the double post for those who may have seen this over on the mtb thread, but I figured an entry under the "Eriksen" thread was appropriate as well.....

Frame is a 29er EBB with reverse spray mask/etched logos
XX fork with hydraulic lockout
XX hydraulic brakes
Edge/Enve bar and stem
King headset
Eriksen post
Truvativ Noir crankset (34t)
King Cog (19t)
Easton Haven carbon fiber wheelset
Specizlied rubber
WTB saddle

Rides like a dream and was great to work with Kent--thinking I need a new cross bike from him now!!!!

Full gallery of photos is here: MobileMe Gallery

A couple of appetizers....

[drbdr]

Great looking bike Mr. Weatherman. I really like the no-nonsense design and clean welds of the Eriksens. My 650B frame was delivered recently. I had the opportunity to speak with everyone at Kent's shop. All my conversations were informative beyond expectation. What a difference when the folks on the other end of the line take true pride in what they do. The whole experience was a pleasure.

[SpeedyChix]

Time to add to the Eriksen thread.
Only got a couple rides in on it before life intervened.
So far it is addressing the two main challenges I have with the 29er: repeated accelerations and negotiating tight twisty singletrack.
Looking forward to getting in more hours on it.

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[the bottle ride]

Bitching bike girl!

[boots2000]

Really Nice- proportions look better than your 29er.
Is that a 44mm headtube? Does Fox Make a 650b fork for that? (they must)
And wheels and tires? 650b racing ralph? What Stans rim? Is all this stuff widely available?

[SpeedyChix]

Bitching bike girl!

Thanks! I'm looking forward to giving it a proper thrashing.

[SpeedyChix]

Really Nice- proportions look better than your 29er.
Is that a 44mm headtube? Does Fox Make a 650b fork for that? (they must)
And wheels and tires? 650b racing ralph? What Stans rim? Is all this stuff widely available?

Given my height/reach I'm finding it a better fit and handling is improved as well. My 29er would be a better fit for someone a bit taller than I am & with more upper body reach. They wouldn't need to run such an extreme negative stem.
This has more of the flickable characteristics that I like in a 26" wheel size.
OS headtube. Fox doesn't have their 650B fork out yet but their 26" fork has been good for clearance with 650Bs. Racing Ralph 650Bs are available as are the Stans Crest rims. They have some 355s yet and that's what I went with on this build. Pacenti has some new rims out in all three wheel sizes as well.

[MisterDangerPants]

Time to add to the Eriksen thread.
Only got a couple rides in on it before life intervened.
So far it is addressing the two main challenges I have with the 29er: repeated accelerations and negotiating tight twisty singletrack.
Looking forward to getting in more hours on it.

Very nice! I've built two 650B MTBs over the last year or so and really dig the wheel size. I go back and forth between 26" & 650B and enjoy both equally. Anyway, interested in reading more about your experiences on the new ride.